Geography of Colosseum
Geography of Colosseum: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Colosseum
Historic Centre of Rome is 1 mi to the north-west, Trevi Fountain is 1 mi to the north-west, Tiber River is 1 mi to the north and Trastevere is 1 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 41°53′24.7″N 12°29′31.9″E (41.8902, 12.4922)
Quick facts about Colosseum
Summary
Colosseum is a tourist attraction in Rome. Colosseum is a landmark known for the Roman amphitheatre.
Right now it is 79°F (26°C) in Colosseum with overcast. It feels like 87°F. Today runs from 76°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 68%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Colosseum is April, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 94°F, while December is the coldest with lows near 42°F.
The closest major airport is Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), about 14 mi away. Nearby highlights include Historic Centre of Rome, Trevi Fountain, Tiber River and Vatican Museums.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is 3.4°F below the 93°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Colosseum today at 9.7/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Colosseum month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57° | 43° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 60° | 44° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 63° | 47° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 70° | 51° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 76° | 57° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 90° | 68° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 94° | 73° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 93° | 71° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 82° | 64° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 75° | 58° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 64° | 48° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 57° | 42° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Colosseum?
Colosseum is a tourist attraction in Rome. Its coordinates are 41.8902, 12.4922. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Colosseum right now?
It is currently 79°F (26°C) with overcast. Humidity is 79% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Colosseum?
April, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Colosseum, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Colosseum in?
Colosseum observes Europe/Rome (UTC+02:00). The local time is 11:17 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Colosseum?
The closest airports are Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), 14 mi away and Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 250 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Colosseum?
Popular options include Historic Centre of Rome, Trevi Fountain, Tiber River, Vatican Museums, Mount Vesuvius and Capri.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 11:17 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
